December weather forecast
Tompkinsville, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tompkinsville, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into December subtly indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) from November's refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C). During the nights in December, Tompkinsville experiences a consistent average temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Tompkinsville, in December, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.5 rainfall days, and 41.85" (1063mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Tompkinsville, in December, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.4 snowfall days, and 8.82" (224mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Tompkinsville, records 47.3°F (8.5°C), while the low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Tompkinsville, during December, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Tompkinsville, in December, during 4.9 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Tompkinsville have in December?

In Tompkinsville, the average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tompkinsville have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Tompkinsville are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Tompkinsville?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average temperature in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average pressure in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average wind speed in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average humidity in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average rainfall in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and July (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average snowfall in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average UV index in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average visibility in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, July and August (5mi).

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